Day 13 🪴🌱
🍀SUCCULENTS
Those gorgeous, low-maintenance plants that store water in their leaves, stems, or roots, making them perfect for busy people or those new to plant parenthood. Here are some interesting facts and care tips for succulents:
Interesting Facts:
- Succulents come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, with over 60 plant families and 10,000 known species.
- The word "succulent" comes from the Latin word "succus," meaning juice or sap.
- Succulents can survive for long periods without water because they store it in their leaves, stems, or roots.
- Some succulents, like aloe vera, have medicinal properties and can be used to soothe burns and skin irritations.
Care Tips:
- Lighting: Most succulents love bright, indirect light, but some can tolerate full sun or low light.
- Watering: Water sparingly, allowing soil to dry completely between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of death in succulents!
- Soil: Use well-draining soil to prevent waterlogged soil.
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